Ernstell House

20 Ernesettle Lane, Plymouth, PL5 2EY

01752360450

Care Type

Nursing Care

CQC rating published

10 March 2023

Provider

Amica Care (Plymouth) Ltd

Beds

64 beds

About Ernstell House

Ernstell House is a 64-bed nursing home located in Plymouth's Ernesettle area. Run by Amica Care (Plymouth) Ltd, it provides care for older people, younger adults, and those with dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. The home received a Good CQC rating following its most recent inspection in March 2023.

As a nursing care facility, it offers on-site medical support alongside residential accommodation. Its broad range of specialisms means it can accommodate individuals with complex care needs across different age groups. The home's size allows for a structured environment while serving a significant number of residents.

Situated in South West England, it is accessible to those seeking nursing-level care in the Plymouth area.

Specialist Care

DementiaMental healthOlder peoplePhysical disabilitiesSensory impairmentsYounger adults

Facilities & Amenities

En-suite RoomsHairdresserCinema RoomGardenWheelchair AccessibleActivities ProgrammeDining RoomCommunal Lounge

Photographs of the home

Practical details from the provider

The home has 64 en-suite bedrooms and shared living spaces across all floors.
Facilities include a garden room, cinema, hairdressing salon and wheelchair-accessible garden.

Published on the provider's website, checked 20 September 2026. Confirm arrangements with the home before deciding.

Fees and availability

We have not verified a current weekly fee for this home. Ask for a written quote based on the room and care needed, including any extra charges.

Check current vacancies, the admission assessment and visiting arrangements directly with the home.

5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Ernstell House, consider asking...

1.What specific dementia training do staff receive and how recently?
2.How do you support a resident who becomes distressed or confused?
3.How does the home keep a record of a resident's life history and personal preferences?
4.How do you involve families as dementia progresses and communication becomes harder?
5.What happens when a resident's dementia reaches an advanced stage?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Ernstell House, look out for...

1.Is the environment calm, uncluttered and easy to navigate?
2.Do staff speak to residents with patience and dignity, even if they repeat themselves?
3.Are there memory cues around the home -- photos, familiar objects, clear signage?
4.Do residents seem settled and safe, or agitated and unsupervised?
5.Is there meaningful activity happening, or are residents just sitting quietly with nothing to do?

Could the NHS fund Ernstell House's fees?

The average nursing home costs £1,535 per week. That's £79,820 a year. NHS Continuing Healthcare could cover all of it. No means test, no contribution from you.

Find out if the NHS could fund these fees